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Course information
Type
On campusLearn in a face-to-face environment at a TAFE NSW campus.
Focus
Non-ApprenticeshipCourse specialisation
Schedule
Part TimeUp to 15 hours per week.
Duration
2 yearsTime required to complete this course.
Start date
14 Feb 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
End date
4 Dec 2027Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
Location
Proposed timetable
SatThe proposed timetable is a draft and will be confirmed by your teacher
Class time
7 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
Additional study time
4 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
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Application required
Some courses have entry requirements you need to meet before you can enrol. Our course information outlines what these requirements are and how you can apply.
Course fees
$0 to $17,450This is course may be available at a reduced cost. See fee types for eligibility criteria.
Reduced fee options
This training is subsidised by the NSW government. Eligibility criteria apply.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments let you show what you've learned and check what you may need to work on.
Knowledge assessments: short answer, multiple choice
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation
Work placement
Work placement gives you real experience and develops your skills.
There is no work placement requirement for this qualification. As an apprentice, you will gain your experience on-the-job with your employer.
If you are enrolling as a non-apprentice, you need to be in relevant employment or have access to appropriate simulated workplace environments in order to meet the course completion requirements.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel-capped boots, safety glasses, hearing protection and a P2 dust mask or respirator at an estimated cost of $150 to $200
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
- To take this course as an apprenticeship you need to be employed as an apprentice in the industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer and
- Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application
Must be over 21 years of age as evidenced by a copy of your identification
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 units of competency, including 17 core and 3 speciality units.
Core units - 17
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Apply basic levelling proceduresCPCCCM2006
Read and interpret plans and specificationsCPCCOM2001
Carry out measurements and calculationsCPCCOM1015
Handle wall and floor tiling materialsCPCCWF2001
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Course delivery
Studying on Campus
Learn in person, on a TAFE NSW campus. Depending on your course, your classroom could include purpose-built spaces like art studios, mechanical workshops, laboratories or bakeries. When you study on campus, you will receive a timetable of when you need to be on campus to attend.
Macquarie Fields
TAFE NSW Macquarie Fields is located opposite the Glenquarie town centre, within walking distance of both Glenfield and Macquarie Fields train stations.
As Sydney’s south west experiences significant change in its demographics and landscape, TAFE NSW Macquarie Fields continues to look for new and innovative ways to meet the ever changing needs of our students and the local community.
Campus address
32 Victoria Road Macquarie Fields 2564
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Macquarie Fields Station is 2500 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Fitness facilities
Macarthur Building Industry Skills Centre
State-of-the-art computing facilities
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon9 am - 5 pm
- Tue9 am - 5 pm
- Wed9 am - 5 pm
- Thu9 am - 5 pm
- Fri9 am - 5 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au